Can VR help kids with autism learn social cues?

NCT ID NCT07505901

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a virtual reality program where children with autism watch avatars of themselves doing social behaviors like making eye contact and then practice those behaviors. 75 children aged 6-11 will be split into three groups: one gets the VR training, one gets standard therapy, and one gets no extra help. The goal is to see if the VR approach improves social communication skills.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Virtual reality self-modeling training

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new, accessible way to help children with autism improve social communication skills like eye contact and joint attention.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study. The VR approach may not be more effective than standard therapy, and results may not apply to all children with autism.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Malatya, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Trabzon Kanuni Training and Research Hospital Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)